S.W.A.T. Collection
An action film series centered around a Special Weapons And Tactics (S.W.A.T.) team. S.W.A.T. is a 2003 American action-crime-thriller film directed by Clark Johnson, and is based on the 1975 television series of the same name. It stars Samuel L. Jackson, Colin Farrell, Michelle Rodriguez, LL Cool J, and Jeremy Renner. It was produced by Neal H. Moritz and released in the United States on August 8, 2003. In 2011, a direct to video sequel called S.W.A.T.: Firefight was released. None of the main actors reprised their roles.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The S.W.A.T. Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 14 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 3 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 5.9/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 5.9. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," S.W.A.T. Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with S.W.A.T. standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the S.W.A.T. Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the S.W.A.T. Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
S.W.A.T.
Hondo Harrelson recruits Jim Street to join an elite unit of the Los Angeles Police Department. Together they seek out more members, including tough Deke Kay an...
S.W.A.T.: Firefight
Los Angeles S.W.A.T. officer, Lt. Paul Cutler, is sent to train the Detroit S.W.A.T. team on new anti-terrorism and homeland security techniques. Cutler has a h...
S.W.A.T.: Under Siege
When a D.E.A. and S.W.A.T. cartel takedown ends in a shootout, S.W.A.T. Agent Travis Hall seizes a mysterious prisoner taking him into custody. Before long, the...
Common Questions about S.W.A.T. Collection
How many movies are in the S.W.A.T. Collection?
There are currently 3 movies in the S.W.A.T. Collection, starting from S.W.A.T. to the latest release, S.W.A.T.: Under Siege.
What is the best order to watch the S.W.A.T. Collection?
The best way to watch the S.W.A.T. Collection is usually in release order: starting with S.W.A.T. and ending with S.W.A.T.: Under Siege. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the S.W.A.T. Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for S.W.A.T. in this franchise.